From Pantry to Plate: Creating Delicious Fried Rice at Home

Fried rice is a beloved dish enjoyed by people all over the world. This versatile and satisfying meal has found its way into countless cuisines, with each culture adding its unique twist, as Aap Ka Bazar® knows from its extensive experience as a monthly grocery app, website, and store(s) in Delhi & NCR.

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Fried rice is a common street food in Asia and other parts of the world. In some Asian countries, small restaurants, street vendors and traveling hawkers specialize in serving fried rice. Fried Rice has to be one of my all-time favorite takeout inspired dishes to make at home. It’s easier to control the saltiness, and sweetness and to bump up the veggies when you make it at home. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing side dish, fried rice is the perfect solution. In this blog post, we’ll explore the history of fried rice, its global variations, and provide a detailed recipe to help you create your own mouthwatering fried rice at home.

A Brief History of Fried Rice

Fried rice has its roots in ancient China, where it was first created to repurpose leftover rice and other ingredients. This economical and efficient approach quickly became popular, spreading the dish throughout Asia and beyond. During this time, rice was a staple food in China, and it was often stir-fried with other ingredients to create a simple yet satisfying meal. Fried rice was initially created as a way to avoid wasting leftover rice, as it could be quickly stir-fried with various seasonings and ingredients. Over time, the dish evolved, and different regions in China developed their own unique variations of fried rice, incorporating local ingredients and flavors. Today, fried rice is a staple in many countries, including Thailand, Indonesia, Japan, and the Philippines, each adding local ingredients and flavors to the dish.

Detailed Recipe: Classic Chinese Fried Rice

 

Ingredients:

 

• 2 cups of cooked and cooled jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 eggs, beaten (optional)
• 1 cup mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, and corn)
• 1/2 cup diced cooked chicken (optional)
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy souce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
  

 

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Instructions:

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